Front Office Management Trainee - InterContinental New York Barclay

Job description

Description

About us

Do you see yourself as a Front Office Management Trainee? What's your passion? Whether you're into sports, shopping or just reading a good book, at IHG we're interested in YOU. At IHG we employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. And we're looking for more people like this to join our friendly and professional team.  

An icon of refined Manhattan elegance since 1926, the InterContinental New York Barclay re-opened in spring 2016, following an extensive renovation as the city’s luxury hotel of choice. Located off Park Avenue in midtown east, The Barclay features 702 beautifully-designed guestrooms with 30 suites, an opulent Presidential Suite and Penthouse Sky Suite with 1,500 feet of outdoor space and Chrysler Building views. The hotel boasts 15,000 square feet of meeting space and two large ballrooms for New York’s most memorable weddings, benefits, and galas.  The Barclay offers a Club InterContinental®.  It's Gin bar and lounge with light dining, is a dynamic social hub in the hotel’s expansive lobby. The “new” Barclay' embraces the hotel's distinctive legacy, while modernizing every detail.

Your day to day

Supervised on-the-job training program which typically involves the Trainee focusing his/her time on one particular area/department to learn all aspects of operating and managing that area of operation.  In some cases, the Trainee may rotate through a variety of jobs in different departments depending on his/her career goals and the hotel’s business needs.

At InterContinental Hotels & Resorts ® we want our guests to feel special, cosmopolitan and In the Know which means we need you to:

·  Be charming by being approachable, having confidence and showing respect.
·  Stay in the moment by understanding and anticipating guests’ needs, being attentive and taking ownershipof getting things done.
·  Make it memorable by being knowledgeable, sharing stories and showing your style to create moments that make people feel special.

Duties and Responsibilities

RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS

·  The training program must be closely related to the Trainee’s major area of study and/or career objectives. 
·  The training experience is designed to provide practical experiences in a professional work environment and prepare the individual for a management position.
·  It is anticipated that the training program will provide breadth of experience for the trainee.
What we need from you

College student or graduate seeking career in hospitality.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

·  Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 25 pounds
·  Frequently standing and moving about the facility
·  Handling objects

Other:

·  Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with others
·  Reading and writing abilities are utilized often.
·  Basic math skills are used frequently.
·  May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
What we offer

In return we'll give you a competitive financial and benefits package which may include healthcare support, dental, vision, disability and life insurance support, and a matching 401k plan.   Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself.    

So what's your passion? Please get in touch and tell us how you could bring your individual skills to IHG.   IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans.